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You may have never heard of the Cellebrite UFED (Universal Forensic Extraction Device), but it’s used by the police, FBI, Department of Homeland Security, etc. on smartphones, memory cards and more. Typically, current models cost around $15,000, but cybersecurity researcher Matthew Hickey managed to pick up several UFEDs from eBay for just $100 each. He found details on what phones law enforcement officials searched, when they were accessed and the data retrieved. Read more for a video showing how it works.
It’s official, HMD Global will release the Nokia 9 PureView smartphone on March 3rd in the US, priced at $599. What sets this handset apart from others announced at Mobile World Congress is its rear penta-camera setup with ZEISS optics. Two of those five shoot RGB, while the others monochrome. How does it work? When you snap a photo, each of the five cameras shoots a different exposure, and then all that information is combined into a final shot, and since each lens automatically adjusts the exposure across the scene—as opposed to single focal point—you’ll get a wide dynamic range, as well as enhanced detail. Plus, you can also shoot RAW images,capture 4K HDR video, and there’s even a 20MP front-facing camera. Read more for another video and additional information.
At first glance, the top image may appear to be from a Vincent van Gogh painting, but it’s actually of the planet Jupiter, as captured by NASA’s Juno Spacecraft. It was captured 8,000 miles from the cloud tops during its 18th close flyby of Jupiter on February 12, and these atmospheric features in Jupiter’s northern hemisphere showcase clouds that swirl around a circle in a jet stream region called Jet N6.
Limited to just 20-units worldwide, priced at £400,000 ($532,000 USD), the Ginetta Supercar is probably one you’ve never even knew existed. Sporting an ultra light carbon fiber body for extreme downforce, the 2,535-pound vehicle is powered by a naturally aspirated 6.0-liter, dry-sumped 90-degree V8 made from a single aluminum billet block with forged internals generating over 600hp and 516lb-ft of torque, mated to a six-speed sequential transmission. Other features include: ABS, traction control, a reverse camera, automatic headlights, park sensors, air conditioning, wireless phone charging and heated front / rear screens. Read more for a video, additional pictures and information.
There’s facial recognition, and now, Watrix Technology’s Gait Recognition System (GRS), which can recognize a person’s walk from their body shape and the angle of arm movement to their posture. Individual traits are recorded in a database that the software then uses when attempting to identify people with a 96% accuracy. “Covering your legs would reduce the recognition score but we analyse all of a person’s body. With facial recognition people need to look into a camera – cooperation is not needed for them to be recognized [by our technology],” said Huang Yongzhen, co-founder and chief executive of Watrix. Read more for another video and additional information.
SanDisk’s Ultra 200GB microSDXC Card is being offered for just $29.21 in Amazon’s one-day memory & storage sale, originally $39.23. Transfer read speeds of up to 100MB/s, and it’s rated A1 for faster app performance in smartphones / tablets. What is UHS Speed Class U1 and Speed Class 10? It means ultra smooth HD video recording and playback (Full HD (1920×1080) video support. The card itself is shockproof, temperature-proof, waterproof, and X-ray-proof. Product page – or check out all the deals here. Read more to see three of the top steals from this sale.
We have seen the future of fighter jets, and they feature autonomous technology. This aircraft does not require a human pilot, can fly for extended periods, withstand higher g-force and process more data. “The Boeing Airpower Teaming System will provide a disruptive advantage for allied forces’ manned / unmanned missions. With its ability to reconfigure quickly and perform different types of missions in tandem with other aircraft, our newest addition to Boeing’s portfolio will truly be a force multiplier as it protects and projects air power,” said Kristin Robertson, vice president and general manager of Boeing Autonomous Systems.
At $450, the SanDisk Extreme 1TB MicroSD UHS-I Card is the largest capacity yet, offering write speeds of up to 90MB/S, read speeds up to 160MB/S and transfer speeds up to 160MB/S. This rugged storage device is X-ray-proof, shockproof, and temperature-proof, making it perfect for the road. “People trust SanDisk-brand cards to capture and preserve their world. Our goal is to deliver the best possible experience so consumers can share the content that’s important to them,” said Brian Pridgeon, director of marketing for SanDisk-branded products, Western Digital. The MicroSD card will drop in April and preorders are available now for $450. Read more for a video and additional information.
It’s official, Nintendo announced today that Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield will be coming to Switch in late 2019. This game will bring Generation 8 to the console with three new starter Pokemon: Grookey (grass-type), Scorbunny (fire-type), and Sobble (water-type). It will take place in Galar, a fictional area of England, complete with various environments such as the countryside, modern cities, forests, and snow-covered mountains. Read more for a reaction video and the full Pokemon Direct announcement.
If you’re in the market for a new high-end smartphone and are on the fence about the new Samsung Galaxy Fold, this 4-minute demonstration should clear up some of your questions. You get to see it running a variety of apps, including Instagram, Google Maps, Netflix, and even mobile games. What really stands out is Samsung’s DeX software that enables the handset to connect to a display via USB-C and be used like a desktop computer of sorts. Ready to get your hands on the $1,980 handset? You’ll have to wait until April 26th. Read more for a comparison of the Huawei Mate X and Samsung Galaxy Fold.